SD Homeland Security

The South Dakota Office of Homeland Security works to prevent terrorism, enhance security and support response for all-hazards incidents.

History

The South Dakota Office of Homeland Security was established in 2003 to address terrorism-related threats in South Dakota. Since its creation, the Office of Homeland Security has broadened its scope to focus on an inclusive, all-hazards approach to homeland security as well as expanded partnerships in the state at all levels of government and in the private sector. In order to achieve its mission, the Office of Homeland Security has assisted counties, cities, tribes, law enforcement, fire departments, schools, ambulance services and other agencies to improve all-hazards response capabilities.

South Dakota Homeland Security initiatives include:

Develop all-hazards response plans.

Coordinate an extensive information-sharing network between all levels of government, local officials and private partners.

Administering Homeland Security grantsto assist counties, cities, tribes, law enforcement, fire departments, schools, ambulance services and other agencies to secure the resources needed to prevent and to respond to all-hazards incidents should they occur.

Homeland Security and Emergency Management Senior Advisory Committee

Recommendations for the administration of Homeland Security and Emergency Management programs are provided by the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Senior Advisory Committee. Committee representatives are described below.